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Newspaper
Richmond Collegian
Location
Richmond, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1946
Page
1
University of Richmond faces coal shortages due to a strike with only enough coal to Christmas and hopes for January. Administration urges economical use of heat and electricity, restricts boilers, and posts emergency measures to conserve fuel campuswide.
The fall rushing season begins with an Interfraternity Council meeting at 7 30 in the Playhouse to outline pledging rules. Rushees will fill dates 8 00 to 11 00 with fraternities, moves to 2 00 p m Sunday and 3 00 p m Monday silence day. Bids and lists follow, with results by Monday night.
The re activated Jeffer son Senate of the Delta Theta Phi Law Fraternity at the University of Richmond Law School invites members to a smoker in the Jefferson Room at the Hotel Jefferson on Wednesday evening December 11 1946 at 830. Alumni committee led by William Moscoe Huntley and the active senate coordinate the gala to introduce alumni to officers and members and plan broader local activities.
College officials announced the new dormitory buildings across from the refectory should be ready by February 1 if current work continues. The project faces material shortages especially plumbing. The converted Army barracks at Richmond Army Air Base will house about 180 men, 95 percent of whom are ex GIs. The painting schedule is not announced and the structures are noted as not very attractive.
Students in Professor Miller's marketing class discovered a staged Antarctic scene in the chemistry building basement. Admiral Richard Byrd and mentors appeared among groups in cold weather gear, with penguin births and Eskimos depicted for a humorous mock expedition.
The Student Activities Council appointed by Richmond College President Solon B. Cousins met at the YMCA to form an inter campus activities group. Presidents of college organizations will join the committee, aiming to foster cooperation and interest among groups. Walter B. Hoover elected temporary chairman and Cliff Long named temporary secretary.
University physician Dr Cullen Pitt announced another influenza vaccination period Monday afternoon at 4 in the Trophy Room of the gymnasium. The extended allotment aims to reach students and faculty who missed earlier doses, with a request that recipients report back in three months to assess the vaccine's effectiveness.
Mr Peters of the Veterans Administration will be in the basement of the Biology Building on Monday afternoon December 9 to interview any veterans in school who have not received their subsistence allowance checks.
The University of Richmond YMCA cabinet announces five new appointees at its December meeting. Appointees named are Stuart Massie of Richmond Bill Chappell of Martinsville Dick Whitehead of Roanoke John Campbell of Richmond and Carroll Alley of Richmond. The group plans to reach a quota of 80 members with additional appointees at upcoming meetings.
The Westhampton Athletic Association announces the Christmas Ball to open the holidays at 8 30 pm on December 14. President Helen Conant outlines plans with Emily Deitrick in charge of decorations Betty Hickerson refreshments and Audrey Bradford publicity. Tickets are $1 stag or $1 50 drag from Sarah Brenner Ginna Herndon or any A A board member. The receiving line includes Helen Conant, Betty Hickerson Maude Woodfin Marion Hamilton Fanny Crenshaw Gene Woodfin and Mrs Dallas Grubbs of the Physical Education Department.
The Navy sets January 18, 1947 as the date for a nation wide competitive examination to select thousands for its new college training program. December 17, 1946 is the deadline for applications. Interested students should see Dean Gray in his office.
Westhampton College selects nine seniors for the 1947 Who's Who among Students in American Universities and Colleges. Honorees include Helen Conant Elizabeth Decker Marion Huske Ollie Menefee Hisse Minter Toni Reid Ruth Schimmel Anne Clark and Virginia Herndon.
The Westhampton Glee Club will air Christmas music on WRNL Tuesday night from 9 to 9:50. Sponsored by the University of Richmond Radio Guild the group directed by Miss Thelma Cook will perform Ave Maria The Christ of the Snow The Lord's Prayer and O Holy Night.
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